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keratinization

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ker·a·tin·ize  (kr-t-nz)
v. ker·a·tin·ized, ker·a·tin·iz·ing, ker·a·tin·iz·es
v.intr.
To produce keratin or become like keratin.
v.tr.
To convert (something) into keratin.
kera·tin·i·zation (-t-n-zshn) n.
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Noun1.keratinization - organic process by which keratin is deposited in cells and the cells become horny (as in nails and hair)
keratinisation
biological process, organic process - a process occurring in living organisms


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